Lakewood Villages Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Villages Lower Dam is classified as high hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,860 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02513 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lakewood Villages Lake Lot Owners Assn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Villages Lower Dam?
Lakewood Villages Lower Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lakewood Villages Lower Dam?
Lakewood Villages Lower Dam is owned by Lakewood Villages Lake Lot Owners Assn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood Villages Lower Dam built?
Lakewood Villages Lower Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lakewood Villages Lower Dam?
Lakewood Villages Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lakewood Villages Lower Dam?
Lakewood Villages Lower Dam has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lakewood Villages Lower Dam last inspected?
Lakewood Villages Lower Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.